- Must visit
Hamburger Kunsthalle
Major art museum with European painting, modern works and temporary exhibitions, all within walking distance of the main station.
Cheapest price on 17 Sept
£36
Average ticket price on 17 Sept
£41
Fastest journey on 17 Sept
5 h 27 m
Average journey duration on 17 Sept
6 h
Trains on 17 Sept
5
Distance
585 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Offenburg to Hamburg is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Offenburg to Hamburg will cost around £41 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £36.
On Thu 17 Sept, we found 5 trains from Offenburg to Hamburg, including 3 direct services.
These direct trains cover the 585 km distance in an average of 6 h but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 5 h 27 m .
The slowest trains will take 6 h 51 m and usually involve a change or two along the way, but you might be able to save a few pennies if you’re on a budget.
ICE 74
ICE 202 · ICE 692 · ICE 992 · ICE 772
ICE 202 · ICE 772
ECE 8
ICE 202
ICE 74
ECE 8
ICE 202 · ICE 692 · ICE 992 · ICE 772
ICE 202 · ICE 772
ICE 202Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Offenburg to Hamburg among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the coach, with an average ticket price of £40 For those with little time, consider booking a flight, which has an average total journey time of 3h 30m. If you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint, the train is your best option, with estimated CO2 emissions of 0.2 - 0.5kg. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £40, while a flight costs an average of £106.
Distance: 585 km
Most popular Train | Coach | Flight | Driving |
|---|---|---|---|
£60 Average Price | £40 Average Price Cheapest | £106 Average Price | £35 Average Price (fuel + tolls) |
8h 42m Average total duration 8h 12m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 10h 20m Average total duration 9h 50m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 30m Average total duration Fastest 1h 30m Onboard + 2h 0m Additional time* | 7h 9m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
0.2 - 0.5kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.6 - 1.5kg CO2 emissions | 1.8 - 3.5kg CO2 emissions | - CO2 emissions |
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Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
This is compared to other travel options from Offenburg to Hamburg:
A coach is £20 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Offenburg to Hamburg costing on average £60.
A coach is £66 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Offenburg to Hamburg costing on average £106.
Other travel options to Hamburg take longer:
Train takes on average 8h 12m.
Coach takes on average 9h 50m.
Tickets start at around £60 compared to roughly £35 in fuel and tolls — a saving of about £-24.76. The journey takes 8h 12m versus 7h 9m by car, so you'll arrive a bit later, but you can work, read, or sleep along the way rather than spending the time behind the wheel. You'll also save the hassle of parking at the other end.
Driving is worth it if you're on a tight schedule, travelling as a group, or want to stop somewhere en route.
The table below shows live departures for Offenburg to Hamburg trains for today, Wednesday 16 September. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
IC 60402 · ICE 778 | Delayed 22:41 0:41Offenburg station | 8h00 | 6:56 6:56Hamburg Hbf | 1 change | |
IC 60470 | Delayed 22:03 23:35Offenburg station | 8h18 | 5:59 5:59Hamburg Hbf | 0 changesdirect | |
| Thursday 17 September | |||||
ECE 8 | On time 7:58 Offenburg station | 5h31 | 13:29 Hamburg Hbf | 0 changesdirect | |
ICE 202 | On time 8:24 Offenburg station | 6h51 | 15:15 Hamburg Hbf | 0 changesdirect | |
ICE 202 · ICE 692 · ICE 992 · ICE 772 | Delayed 8:24 Offenburg station | 6h05 | 12:40 12:40Hamburg Hbf | 3 changes | |
ICE 202 · ICE 772 | Delayed 8:24 Offenburg station | 6h05 | 12:40 12:40Hamburg Hbf | 1 change | |
ICE 74 | Delayed 10:02 Offenburg station | 5h27 | 13:40 13:40Hamburg Hbf | 0 changesdirect | |
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Trains from Offenburg to Hamburg run on average 9 times per day, taking around 8h 12m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £16 if you book in advance.
There are 3 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 00:30, the last at 23:52. The fastest train covers the 585 km distance in 5h 27m.
Distance 585 km |
Average train duration 8h 12m |
Cheapest ticket price £16 |
Trains per day 9 |
Direct trains 3 |
Fastest train 5h 27m |
First train 0:30 |
Last train 23:52 |
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Major art museum with European painting, modern works and temporary exhibitions, all within walking distance of the main station.
Striking contemporary art gallery in the HafenCity area, showing rotating exhibitions in a modern waterside building.
Interactive maritime museum in a historic warehouse, covering ship models, navigation, naval history and global sea trade.
Historic warehouse district of canals, bridges and red-brick buildings. Ideal for walks, photography and easy access to nearby museums.
Modern waterfront quarter with promenades, architecture and public plazas. Good for walking between the Elbe, museums and concert hall.
Long lakeside promenade by the Inner Alster, popular for strolling, boat views and classic city-centre scenery close to shops and arcades.
Hamburg’s pan-fried fillet of plaice, usually served with bacon, shrimps and potatoes. A classic North German fish dish tied to the port and nearby coast.
A hearty stew of pears, beans and bacon, often with potatoes. It is a beloved late-summer Hamburg and northern German comfort dish.
Traditional North German kale stew cooked with sausages and pork, usually served with potatoes. A winter favourite in and around Hamburg.
Historic fish restaurant by the harbour, known for classic Hamburg seafood and maritime atmosphere.
Well-known waterside restaurant focusing on northern German fish and seafood with a refined but relaxed atmosphere.
Traditional St Pauli restaurant serving northern German dishes such as Labskaus in a lively, old Hamburg setting.
Moderate for Germany: hotels and dining are pricier than smaller cities, but public transport is efficient and daily food options remain manageable for most visitors.
Tipping is customary but modest: round up or add 5-10% in restaurants, round up for taxis, and leave small change in cafés.
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Hamburg Hbf -> Rathausmarkt, Hamburg
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Offenburg to Hamburg by train. From journey times and ticket prices to direct connections, first and last departures, and even whether the route is scenic, our FAQs cover everything you need to plan your trip. Whether you’re looking for the fastest train, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Hamburg, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Most Offenburg to Hamburg trains use the Offenburg to Hamburg Hbf station pair, with some services arriving at Hamburg-Harburg. Use this guide to compare Offenburg and Hamburg train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Offenburg has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental and Information Desk.
Food options include: Quoc-Thai, Grill & Kebaphaus, Drehers Stehcafe, Museumscafe
Wi-Fi is available at Offenburg. ATMs are available at Offenburg.
Ticket office support is available at Offenburg. Information desks are available at Offenburg.
Luggage storage is available at Offenburg. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Offenburg: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Offenburg: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Offenburg.
Nearby hotels include Hotel Sonne, Boarding House Alte Spinnerei, Hotel Union.
Hamburg Hbf is 2 km from Hamburg city centre. Public transport options include:
Hamburg Hbf has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental and Information Desk.
Food options include: Le Crobag, Burger King, Coffee Fellows, Havin Grill, KFC, Mr. CLOU, Starbucks, dean&david, SPAR Express, Pommesfreunde, & more
Free Wi-Fi in the station. ATMs are available at Hamburg Hbf.
Ticket office support is available at Hamburg Hbf. Information desks are located in the east hall on the opposite side of the DB ticket office.
Luggage storage is the station has luggage lockers. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Hamburg Hbf: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Hamburg Hbf: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Hamburg Hbf: Wheelchair friendly with lifts and ramps. Contact the Mobility Service Centre at +49 3065212888 or [email protected].
Nearby hotels include Boutique 053 Hamburg Main Station, IntercityHotel Hamburg Hauptbahnhof, Park Hyatt Hamburg.
Hamburg-Harburg is 13 km from Hamburg city centre. Public transport options include:
Hamburg-Harburg has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental and Information Desk.
Food options include: Café Bom Dia, Hünkar, Yoko Sushi Harburg, Mathewes Grill
Wi-Fi is available at Hamburg-Harburg. ATMs are available at Hamburg-Harburg.
Ticket office support is available at Hamburg-Harburg. Information desks are available at Hamburg-Harburg.
Luggage storage is available at Hamburg-Harburg. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Hamburg-Harburg: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Hamburg-Harburg: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Hamburg-Harburg.
Nearby hotels include Hotel Panorama, Hotel Harburger Hof, Hotel Jeta, Hotel Süderelbe.
Hamburg-Altona is 5 km from Hamburg city centre. Public transport options include:
Hamburg-Altona has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental and Information Desk.
Food options include: Ethio, Trattoria Toscana, Marta, Pavillon
Wi-Fi is available at Hamburg-Altona. ATMs are available at Hamburg-Altona.
Ticket office support is available at Hamburg-Altona. Information desks are available at Hamburg-Altona.
Luggage storage is available at Hamburg-Altona. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Hamburg-Altona: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Hamburg-Altona: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Hamburg-Altona.
Nearby hotels include Schanzenstern Bio-Restaurant, Hotel Hamburg Altona, Hotel Central, Best Western Raphael Hotel Altona.
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